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Only institute in India, deals with the youth affairs is RGNIYD, says Union Minister Kiren Rijiju
Youth population in India contribute to 20% of world population which shows how much energy we have in our country, says Union Minister of State for Youth Affairs and Sports, Shri. Kiren Rijiju while delivering the convocation address at the Second Convocation of Rajiv Gandhi National Institute of Youth Development in Chennai, today
While appreciating the students and parents on this occasion he elaborated about the changes happened in the education. In the last years, we have witnessed huge difference in education. Technology has greatly changed the education, not only the learning methodology but the teaching methodology too, he said
While talking about the several schemes introduced by the government under the leadership of Prime Minister Shri. Narendra Modi, Minister said that there are several initiatives taken by the Government for creating New India, which is not possible without the involvement of youngsters and educational institutions like RGNIYD
He said that education institutions play an important role in pivoting government schemes for the development of nation
The only institute in India which deals with the youth affairs and youth development is RGNIYD and this institute is of national importance, he added
He conveyed his wishes to RGNIYD, to evolve as an International Centre for youth affairs and youth development.
Ministry of Finance
Appointment of Shri Shaktikanta Das as Governor, RBI
In exercise of the powers conferred by clause  of sub-section  read with sub-section  of Section 8 of the Reserve Bank of India Act 1934, the Central Government appointed Shri Shaktikanta Das, IAS Retd. , former Secretary, Department of Economic Affairs, as Governor, Reserve Bank of India , for a period of three years.
A Notification to this effect was issued yesterday by the Government of India.
Prime Minister's Office
PM greets people on Parkash Purab of Sri Guru Nanak Dev Ji
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has greeted the people on the occasion of Parkash Purab of Sri Guru Nanak Dev Ji. On the special occasion of the Parkash Purab of Sri Guru Nanak Dev Ji, Shri Modi has recalled his pious thoughts and noble ideals.
In a tweet, the Prime Minister said;
"On the special occasion of the Parkash Purab of Sri Guru Nanak Dev Ji, I recall his pious thoughts and noble ideals. His vision of a just, compassionate and inclusive society inspires us. Sri Guru Nanak Dev Ji’s emphasis on serving others is also very motivating."
Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution
Centre walking towards modernizing foodgrain storage infrastructure in the country
38 bids received against 4 bundles comprising of 14 locations in the state of Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Rajasthan, Punjab, Maharashtra & Madhya Pradesh in the technical bids of DBFOT tender under Hub and Spoke Model
Total 15 prospective parties have shown their interest and submitted their bids
Centre proposes to develop a capacity of 111.125 LMT of Hub and Spoke Model Silos at 249 locations across the country
Hub and Spoke Model is a transportation system which consolidates the transportation assets from standalone locations referred to as “Spoke” to a central location named as “Hub” for long distance transportation
The Department of Food and Public Distribution  has received overwhelming response towards the technical bids of Design, Build, Fund, Own & Operate  tender under Hub and Spoke Model. Taking into consideration modernization of foodgrain storage infrastructure in the country, a new model for development of grain Silos across the country i.e. Hub & Spoke Model in Public Private Partnership  Mode has been proposed.
Total of 38 bids have been received against 4 bundles comprising of 14 locations in the state of Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Rajasthan, Punjab, Maharashtra & Madhya Pradesh. Total 15 prospective parties have shown their interest and submitted their bids. Technical Evaluation is expected to be completed in 3-4 weeks.
Hub and Spoke Model is a transportation system which consolidates the transportation assets from standalone locations referred to as “Spoke” to a central location named as “Hub” for long distance transportation. Hubs have a dedicated railway siding and container depot facility while the transportation from Spoke to Hub is undertaken through road and from Hub to Hub vai rail. This model by harnessing the efficiency of railway siding, promotes cost efficiency through bulk storage & movement, reduces cost and time of handling and transportation and simplifies operational complexities in addition to economic development, infrastructure development & employment generation in the country. Besides, Silo are declared as sub Mandi yard which brings ease of procurement for farmers and leads to reduction in logistics cost.
Under Hub and Spoke Model, the Department has proposed to develop a capacity of 111.125 LMT of Hub and Spoke Model Silos at 249 locations across the country under Design, Build, Fund, Own & Transfer   and Design, Build, Fund, Own & Operate   mode, through implementing agency i.e. Food Corporation of India .
Tenders have been floated for construction of silos at 14 locations  on DBFOT mode on 26/04/2022 and for 66 locations  on DBFOO mode on 21/06/2022.
President's Secretariat
PRESIDENT OF INDIA’S GREETINGS ON THE EVE OF RAKSHA BANDHAN
The President of India, Shri Ram Nath Kovind In his message on the eve of Raksha Bandhan has said:-
“On the auspicious occasion of Raksha Bandhan, I extend my warm greetings and good wishes to all my fellow citizens.
Rakhi is the sacred thread of love, affection and trust that sisters tie on the wrists of their brothers. This is a unique festival that strengthens our will to protect the interests of women and work for their well-being.
On this day, let us all take a pledge to stand for the honour and dignity of women so that they can contribute their best for the nation and society”.
Click here to read President's Message in Hindi
Prime Minister's Office
PM expresses delight on the birth of four cheetah cubs to one of the translocated cheetahs
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has expressed delight on the birth of four cheetah cubs to one of cheetahs translocated to India on 17th September 2022.
Sharing a tweet by Union Minister for Environment, Forest & Climate Change, Shri Bhupender Yadav, the Prime Minister tweeted:
“Wonderful news.”
Ministry of Defence
Sailing Expedition by College of Military Engineering, Pune
Pune : 20 April 2023
Blue Water Sailing Expedition to commemorate 75 years of Independence was organised by The Corps of Engineers. The expedition which will be covering a distance of 570 nautical miles from HBTC Marve to INS Mandovi Goa and back will mark and resonate the tri-services integration and encourage adventure activity in the Armed Forces. 12 Young and Dynamic Army Officers from College of Military Engineering, after undergoing rigorous training and selection are participating in the expedition.
The expedition will sail with two Seabird class boats: 'Oshin' led by Capt Vivek Kumar Singh and 'Jalashva' led by Capt Rohit Singh Thakur. Seabird Class sailboat was designed in 1922 by Alfred Mylne, a famous Scottish yacht designer. It consists of a 26 feet long wooden mast, 6.5 feet beam and a sail area of 260 square feet.
The officers underwent a two weeks of Blue Water Sailing course at Army Adventure Nodal Centre, HBTC Marve. This course covers topics such as weather forecasting, offshore navigation, safety at sea, heavy weather tactics, sail repair, boat maintenance, provisioning, and communication systems. After completion of the Course, the team casted off on 19 Apr 23 for their voyage towards INS Mandovi to solemnize ‘Azaadi ka Amrit Mahotsav’. The sailing expedition was flagged off by Maj Gen Vinayak Saini, SM, Officiating Commandant, College of Military Engineering. The General officer motivated the young officers and conveyed his best wishes for the expedition.
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United States Congressional Delegation calls on Prime Minister
United States Congressional Delegation calls on Prime Minister
An eight-member bipartisan US Congress delegation led by Congresswoman Nancy Pelosi called on Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi today.
Prime Minister welcomed the delegation to India. He appreciated the strong bipartisan support of the US Congress in deepening the partnership between India and the United States.
Prime Minister exchange views with the delegation members on the bilateral partnership and other issues of mutual interest. He called for further enhancing exchanges with the US Congress.
Ministry of Minority Affairs
National Commission For Minorities welcomes the Reservation Bill
The National Commission for Minorities has termed the Constitution  Bill, 2019 ‘historic’, as it is for the first time that the minority communities belonging to general category, will get the benefits of reservation. Chairman, National Commission for Minorities Sayed Ghayorul Hasan Rizvi, has said here today that the Commission expressed gratitude to the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi for passing of the Bill in Parliament, which will prove beneficial to a large section of economically weaker sections of the minority communities belonging to general category.
Sayed Ghayorul Hasan Rizvi and other members of National Commission for Minorities expressed hope that this Bill will be beneficial to the targeted beneficiaries and will pave way for their better future.
Ministry of Finance
DRI unearths Customs duty evasion of Rs. 4389 crore by Oppo India
During an investigation pertaining to M/s Oppo Mobiles India Private Limited , a subsidiary company of “Guangdong Oppo Mobile Telecommunications Corporation Ltd”, China , the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence  has detected Customs duty evasion of around Rs 4,389 crore. Oppo India is engaged in the business of manufacturing, assembling, wholesale trading, distribution of mobile handsets and accessories thereof, across India. Oppo India deals in various brands of mobile phones, including Oppo, OnePlus and Realme.
During the course of investigation, searches were conducted by DRI at the office premises of Oppo India and residences of its key management employees, which led to the recovery of incriminating evidence indicating wilful mis-declaration in the description of certain items imported by Oppo India for use in the manufacture of mobile phones. This mis-declaration resulted in wrongful availment of ineligible duty exemption benefits by Oppo India amounting to Rs 2,981 crore. Among others, senior management employees and domestic suppliers of Oppo India were questioned, who in their voluntary statements accepted the submission of wrongful description before the Customs Authorities at the time of import.
Investigation also revealed that Oppo India had remitted / made provisions for payment of ‘Royalty’ and ‘Licence Fee’ to various multinational companies, including those based in China, in lieu of use of proprietary technology/brand/IPR license etc. The said ‘Royalty’ and ‘Licence Fees’ paid by Oppo India were not being added in the transaction value of the goods imported by them, in violation of Section 14 of the Customs Act, 1962, read with Rule 10 of the Customs Valuation  Rules 2007. The alleged duty evasion by M/s Oppo India on this account is Rs. 1,408 crore.
A sum of Rs 450 crore has been voluntarily deposited by Oppo India, as partial differential Customs duty short paid by them.
After completion of the investigation, a Show Cause Notice has been issued to Oppo India demanding Customs duty amounting to Rs. 4,389 crore. The said Notice also proposes relevant penalties on Oppo India, its employees and Oppo China, under the provisions of the Customs Act, 1962.
President's Secretariat
PRESIDENT OF INDIA GRACES CONVOCATION OF VISVA-BHARATI
The President of India, Smt Droupadi Murmu graced and addressed the convocation ceremony of Visva-Bharati at Santiniketan today .
Speaking on the occasion, the President said that Gurudeb Rabindranath Tagore left the comfort of the most important city of the Eastern hemisphere in the early 20th century and came to Santiniketan which was a remote area those days. There is a message for everyone, especially the young students, in this. Pioneers like Gurudeb choose difficulties over comfort to achieve larger objectives. The young students of Visva-Bharati have to focus on this learning from Gurudeb’s life that one has to come out of one’s comfort zone to be able to make a difference.
The President said that Gurudeb’s belief that nature is the best teacher is reflected in the way this institution has been designed. He wanted to liberate the process of education from the confines of conventional systems borrowed from the West. He was against the rigid structures and methods in which students were passive receivers and not active partners in learning. Through Visva-Bharati, he has given us the gift of a learning system which is close to nature, which blends spirituality and modern science, ethics and excellence, tradition and modernity. For Gurudeb, learning was boundaryless and boundless.
The President said that Gurudeb wanted education to promote creativity and individuality and not produce stereotypes and careerists. She was happy to note that Visva-Bharati has adhered to Gurudeb’s philosophy of education and produced many celebrated artists and creative individuals.
The President said that Gurudeb took pride in the Indian knowledge tradition. In our tradition, it is said – ‘Only that learning is meaningful which liberates’. She said that liberation from ignorance, narrow-mindedness, prejudice, negativity, greed and other such limitations is the real objective of education. She expressed confidence that students of Visva-Bharati would help build better communities wherever they choose to live and work.
Click here to see speech
Ministry of Railways
SHRI PRABHAS DANSANA TAKES OVER AS SER’s NEW PRINCIPAL CHIEF OPERATIONS MANAGER
Kolkata, 28 July, 2020
Shri Prabhas Dansana has assumed the charge of Principal Chief Operations Manager, South Eastern Railway today afternoon . Prior to this, Shri Dansana was Divisional Railway Manager, Sealdah Division of Eastern Railway.
Born in Odisha, Shri Prabhas Dansana being an IRTS of 1989 Batch, joined in Indian Railways in 1991. Shri Dansana started his career as Assistant Commercial Manager, Chakradharpur Division, South Eastern Railway in 1993. He has acquired vast knowledge and experience in train operations during entire tenure of his service.
He has worked in various capacities viz. Sr. Divisional Safety Officer, Chakradharpur, Sr. Divisional Operations Manager, Nagpur & Waltair, Dy. Chief Operations Manager , Bhubaneswar etc.
Shri Dansana was in deputation to CONCOR for four years from 2007 to 2011. Apart from this, he was Chief Traffic Manager, Metro Railway, Kolkata, Chief Freight Transportation Manager, South Eastern Railway and Executive Director , Railway Board, New Delhi.
Shri Dansana, during his tenure in Metro Railway, Kolkata took initiatives for commissioning of Automatic Fare Collection System with a view to provide better services to the commuters. As Divisional Railway Manager, Sealdah, Shri Dansana had developed the suburban services with lot of innovation and the punctuality of suburban trains had also been substantially improved.
Shri Dansana underwent various training programmes in national as well as international levels.
He is soft- spoken, amicable and has keen interest in sports and social welfare activities.
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Ministry of Defence
Keel laid for first warship of ASW SWC Project being constructed at CSL, Kochi
Keel laying of the first warship  of Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Craft  project under construction by CSL, Kochi, was undertaken on 30 Aug 22 by VAdm Kiran Deshmukh, CWP&A in presence of Shri Madhu S Nair, CMD, CSL, Commodore V Ganapathy, WPS , CSL, Directors and other senior officials of CSL and Indian Navy.
Speaking on the occasion, VAdm Kiran Deshmukh, CWP&A, appreciated CSL efforts in achieving the milestone despite Covid constraints and resultant lockdowns. He called it a noteworthy achievement by the shipyard and commended professionalism displayed by all. Further, he highlighted that construction of these vessels is a major boost for the ‘Aatma Nirbhar Bharat’ and India’s ‘Make in India’ commitment. The Chief Guest indicated that keel laying is a major milestone activity in the shipbuilding process and paves way for amalgamation of various blocks towards fully constructed ship.
CWP&A further added that these platforms will undertake sub-surface surveillance in coastal areas with the purpose of detecting and neutralizing underwater threats.
During the address, CMD-CSL, highlighted that despite several challenges posed by the Covid-19 pandemic during execution of this complex shipbuilding project, the shipyard has ensured continuous production of ships through innovative solutions. He thanked the Indian Navy for their unstinted support and reiterated the shipyard’s commitment to deliver quality ships on time.
Prime Minister's Office
PM congratulates Smt. Droupadi Murmu on being elected as President
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has congratulated Smt. Droupadi Murmu on being elected as President of India.
In a series of tweets, the Prime Minister said;
"India scripts history. At a time when 1.3 billion Indians are marking Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav, a daughter of India hailing from a tribal community born in a remote part of eastern India has been elected our President!
Congratulations to Smt. Droupadi Murmu Ji on this feat."
"Smt. Droupadi Murmu Ji's life, her early struggles, her rich service and her exemplary success motivates each and every Indian. She has emerged as a ray of hope for our citizens, especially the poor, marginalised and the downtrodden."
"Smt. Droupadi Murmu Ji has been an outstanding MLA and Minister. She had an excellent tenure as Jharkhand Governor. I am certain she will be an outstanding President who will lead from the front and strengthen India's development journey."
"I would like to thank all those MPs and MLAs across party lines who have supported the candidature of Smt. Droupadi Murmu Ji. Her record victory augurs well for our democracy."
Ministry of Finance
Constitution of an Expert Committee on Longevity Finance
International Financial Services Centres Authority  has been established as a unified regulator to develop and regulate financial products, financial services, and financial institutions in the International Financial Services Centres  in India.
Global estimates suggest that there are one billion people in the silver generation  with a combined spending power of $15 trillion and the size is ever expanding. Development in medicinal science and technology will support extending of lifespan and longevity of the silver generation. It is estimated that by 2040, there will be more members of the silver generation than people under 20. This demographic change will throw open new challenges and opportunities especially in the areas of wealth management, health, insurance, and other investment products.
IFSCA, in its endeavour to develop a Longevity Finance Hub in GIFT IFSC has constituted an Expert Committee to recommend approach towards development of Longevity Finance Hub and provide road map for the same.
The expert committee is being co-chaired by Ms. Kaku Nakhate, President and Country Head , Bank of America, and Mr. Gopalan Srinivasan, Ex-CMD, New India Assurance Company Limited. The committee members comprise of leaders from the entire longevity finance ecosystem including from areas such as banking, insurance, wealth management, FinTech, legal, compliance and management consultancy.
The constitution of the committee can be accessed through the following weblink:
https://ifsca.gov.in/IFSCACommittees
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Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
COVID19 Vaccination-Day 47
More than 1.63 Cr COVID19 vaccine doses administered
6.92 lakh vaccine doses given till 7pm today
The cumulative number of COVID19 vaccine doses administered in the country has crossed 1.63 Crore today.
The countrywide vaccination drive was rolled out on 16th Jan 2021 and vaccination of the Frontline Workers  started from 2nd Feb 2021.The next phase of COVID-19 vaccination has commenced from 1st March 2021 for those who are over 60 years of age and for people aged 45 and above with specified co-morbid conditions.
A total of 1,63,14,485 vaccine doses have been given, as per the provisional report till 7 pm today.
These include 67,75,619 HCWs who have taken the 1st dose and 28,24,311 HCWs who have taken the 2nd dose, 57,62,131 FLWs , 3,277 FLWs , 8,44,884 beneficiaries more than 60 years old and 1,04,263 beneficiaries aged 45 and above with specific co-morbidities.
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Total 6,92,889 vaccine doses were given till 7 pm today, the forty-seventh day of nationwide COVID19 vaccination. Out of which 5,79,366beneficiaries were vaccinated for 1st dose and 1,13,523HCWs and FLWs received 2nd dose of vaccine as per the provisional report. Final reports would be completed for the day by late tonight.
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Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship
Budget 2021 lays the foundation for building an ‘Aatmanirbhar Bharat’ – Dr. MahendraNath Pandey
Focus on Apprenticeship Training showcases the government’s intent to leverage apprenticeship opportunities for the youth across industries, and nudge skill development to a demand-driven ecosystem
Union Minister for Skill Development and Entrepreneurship Dr. MahendraNath Pandey has welcomed the General Buget proposals presented in the Lok Sabha today saying, it lays the foundation for building an ‘Aatmanirbhar Bharat’. He said, the Budget is transparent and is aimed at creating the right opportunities for everyone, especially the youth, women and farmers, who form the backbone of this great nation.
In a statement issued here today, he said, India has shown incredible resilience in the face of adversity and with this reformist Budget, the government has charted the path to economic recovery and growth by stressing on all-round development from maximizing the potential of our human resources, to strengthening infrastructure and manufacturing, from boosting small enterprises to increasing agricultural income.
The Minister added that this is a Budget for the entire country, from the northern plains to the coastal states, from the North East to the heights of Ladakh. He said, the support to the MSME sector and healthcare will add new dimensions to a country moving towards self-reliance and growth at the local level. He summed up saying, by focusing on partnerships at the global level, Union Budget 2021 has given an impetus to collaborative training programmes that have facilitated the exchange of vocational skills and knowledge with other countries, all towards making India the Skill Capital of the World.
Dr Pandey emphasized that the focus on Apprenticeship Training showcases the government’s intent to leverage apprenticeship opportunities for the youth across industries, and nudge skill development to a demand-driven ecosystem.
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Prime Minister's Office
PM greets the people on Maha Shivratri
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, has extended his greetings on the occasion of Maha Shivratri.
“Maha Shivratri greetings to everyone. महाशिवरात्रि के पावन अवसर पर सभी देशवासियों को बहुत-बहुत शुभकामनाएं। ऊँ नम: शिवाय”, the Prime Minister said.